BOF - Open source software entrepreneurs - POSSE

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Do you run, or are you thinking about starting an open source software company? Come meet and talk with like-minded entrepreneurs. Hosted by the Portland Open Source Software Entrepreneurs (POSSE)

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If you’re a founder of an open source company, or want to found one, join the POSSE. We’re a Portland-based group of small companies that meet quasi-monthly. We talk about the business of open source, not the technology.

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Biography

Brian is a seasoned entrepreneur with many technology-related companies to his credit. He has worked with Linux, open source, and the Internet professionally since 1995.

In 2004 he co-founded OpenSourcery, a professional services web development firm, where he manages business operations.

Brian also serves on the board of the Software Association of Oregon and as President of the Portland Open Source Software Entrepreneurs (POSSE), as well as an advisor, mentor, or board member for numerous startups.

Earning a living from open source software? Yes, we can. Let’s talk about what actually works (and what doesn’t work) for building a service business based not just on open source software, but with an open source philosophy, drawing on real world experience.